Director of Public Works

Town of Monument•Monument, CO

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

Under the direction of the Town Manager, the Director of Public Works provides strategic leadership and oversight for the Public Works Department, ensuring alignment with Town Council priorities and organizational goals. The Director leads managers and oversees departmental operations, budgeting, capital improvement programs, development coordination, regional partnerships, and public engagement. Department responsibilities include the planning, funding, design, construction, operation, and maintenance of transportation systems, stormwater infrastructure, parks, facilities, fleet services, and environmental compliance programs. The Director ensures that all department personnel have the skills and tools necessary to accomplish department priorities and goals.

Requirements

Comprehensive understanding of the principles and practices of civil and transportation engineering; construction management and capital projects.
Applicable knowledge of federal, state, regional, and local partnerships and authorities; budgeting and financial management.
Strong analytical, critical thinking, problem-solving, and conflict resolution skills.
Excellent organizational, time management, and project management skills, with the ability to prioritize multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to work effectively across departments, manage competing demands, and coordinate with diverse stakeholders.
Exceptional written, verbal, and public communication skills, including the ability to interpret and explain policies, statutes, ordinances, and other complex information to elected officials, leadership, employees, and the public.
Demonstrated leadership, integrity, sound judgment, and the ability to maintain confidentiality.
Ability to collaborate effectively with employees, departments, community members, elected officials, and other stakeholders.
Strong critical thinking, problem-solving, research, and decision-making skills.
Ability to communicate complex technical information clearly to a variety of audiences, both verbally and in writing.
Ability to lead teams through changing priorities, organizational challenges, and strategic opportunities while fostering accountability, innovation, and excellent customer service.
Ability to work effectively both independently and as a member of the Town's leadership team.
Knowledge of organizational planning, budgeting, capital improvement planning, and personnel management.
Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
Ability to operate Town vehicles, including four-wheel-drive vehicles, as required.
Ability to successfully pass a background check and drug screening.
Bachelor’s in Public Administration, Engineering, Public Works, or related field
Six (6) years’ experience in a Public Works Department environment
Three (3) or more years in a supervisory position
Eight (8) or more years’ increasingly responsible leadership experience
Valid Driver's License

Nice To Haves

Master's degree desired
CDL endorsement preferred.

Responsibilities

Directs and oversees Public Works operations, including facilities, streets, parks, maintenance activities, equipment, and departmental resources.
Develops, implements, and administers departmental policies, procedures, budgets, and operational plans.
Leads, supervises, and develops staff to achieve departmental goals, maintain effective teamwork, and ensure efficient service delivery.
Ensures compliance with applicable laws, regulations, reporting requirements, and safety standards.
Collaborate with Town leadership to support organizational objectives and make effective operational decisions.
Direct and oversee all Public Works operations, programs, personnel, and resources to achieve organizational goals and deliver effective public services.
Serve as a member of the Town's leadership team, contributing to organizational planning, decision-making, and strategic initiatives.
Develop, administer, and manage the department budget, including capital improvement planning, and ensure alignment with Town priorities and objectives.
Represent the department before Town Council, community groups, and other stakeholders, and participate in land use matters and special projects as assigned.
Establish, implement, and enforce departmental policies, standards, and procedures to ensure efficient, responsive, and customer-focused service delivery.
Provide leadership and supervision to department staff through workforce planning, hiring, training, performance management, coaching, disciplinary actions, and professional development.
Displays strong interpersonal skills with the ability to develop close working relationships, build teams, inspire confidence and trust, work in partnership with peers, and handle conflict with diplomacy
Attends workshops, seminars, and training
Attends Town Council meetings and other meetings as required
Performs additional duties as assigned

Benefits

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
Healthcare Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Life, AD&D and Long-Term Disability Insurance
Voluntary Accident Coverage, Hospitalization Coverage, Critical Illness Coverage
Legal Shield/ID Shield benefit
Compulsory enrollment in 401(a), employer 2:1 contribution
Voluntary enrollment in 457(b), employer 2:1 contribution
Vacation and Sick leave
14 observed holidays, 1 additional personal day
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)